I've always loved fresh coconut, from the time I was a kid and my grandma and I would open them on our back deck with a hammer and a screwdriver, to drinking fresh coconut water right from the nut on tropical vacations, to macaroon cookies, I've eaten (and continue to enjoy) the flesh and milk of the palm that drops them on beaches the world over. But over the last year, I have added coconut oil to my beauty routine, and not only does it smell lovely (it's a lighter scent than you might think), but I now use it for skin, hair and lips. It is the world's greatest beauty multitasker, and unlike shea or cocoa butter, it's a lot easier to work with, and very inexpensive. Coconut oil is not only a great moisturizer, but has anti-aging properties and natural SPF protection (from SPF 4-10). If you are going to use coconut oil for beauty purposes, it's worth buying a good quality, organic brand. I love that Dr. Bronner's, the soap company, has begun selling its high quality Sri Lankan oil that's not only grown organically, but is fair trade as well. They use it in their body care products, and sell an even higher grade for eating and cooking with, and that's the kind I use. What do I do with it? Face wash: For the last six months, I have been using coconut oil to wash my face, and my skin has never been happier. It sounds a little weird to wash with an oil, but it gets off the dirt and makeup on the days I wear it, and makes my skin plump and happy. I used to get random breakouts, especially around my mouth, a couple times a month. Amazingly, I haven't seen one since I started using coconut oil as a face wash. I just scoop a bit out of the container with my fingers, warm it up a bit between my (clean) fingers and spread it around my face, working it in just as I would a foam cleanser. Then I rinse off with warm water. Some of the oil stays on, but much gets washed off. Pat the face dry and voila! In the summer, I only follow up with a bit of anti-age serum around my eyes, but don't use an additional moisturizer. In the winter, I used a bit more coconut oil, or an anti-aging oil before bed. I know it sounds crazy to use coconut oil to wash, but it works for me — and a good friend of mine has also been doing the same and has similarly happy results. Shaving salve: While the shower's steamy, I coat my legs with a light layer of coconut oil, and then shave away. I get a nice close shave, the shower smells of coconuts (real coconut oil has a very light scent), and my legs are already moisturized from the oil, so I don't need additional moisturizer. Shoulder massage oil: I do a fair amount of self-shoulder massage since I work at a computer most days. Having a small container of coconut oil reminds me to give myself a break. I rub my shoulders with the oil and take deep breaths for 3-4 minutes, and it works wonders for maintaining my focus. Hair tamer: I have dry, naturally curly hair, so I am always adding oils of various kinds to keep it under control. Coconut oil is particularly lightweight, so I add it to my ponytail in the morning and to my updo at night. It tames frizz and adds sheen. Cuticle moisturizer: I use coconut oil on my feet and especially my toenail cuticles after I shower and before I do a self-pedicure. It absorbs quickly and makes it easier for me to tidy my toes. And yes, I also cook with coconut oil! The health benefits to heart, metabolism and immune system are now widely known, and it works perfectly for frying up tofu or stirfrying veggies. What do you use coconut oil for?

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I used to get my bikini waxed... And will never go back.. Sugaring is not painful and the ladies who work there are incredible. I highly recommend both Julie and Hannah (I haven't tried the other gal). The place is clean and inviting. Cannot say more about what a great experience it was and is.-Happy Client

Wonderful experience. It was my first time waxing with a professional... Ever! I usually wax myself and now I am hooked on going to this place to have it done professionally. I got the groupon for a bikini and added a few services on top of that. Best and most relaxing experience! I usually grow back within a week and a half but I am still smooth sailing! And it doesn't look like any growth is coming in any time soon! SUGARING IS THE WAY TO GO!*UPDATE!*It's been almost 4 weeks and I AM STILL SMOOTH! WHAT THE HECK?!?! IS THIS NORMAL FOR SUGARING???? If so, I am seriously a lifelong customer... that's if any hair even comes back! WOW, SERIOUSLY.-Happy Client

Ok, so I am beyond obsessed with Sweet Skin CdM. I love it so much that I debated for months about posting on Yelp because I love having this hidden little gem all to myself. Buttt, the girls at the studio are just so sweet and amazing that it's only fair to boost their stars on Yelp and give them a review.

I have been coming to Sweet Skin since it was "Skin So Sweet!" I love the owner of Sweet Skin, Juliann. She is just adorable and always accommodating. I have been coming to Julianne for bikini sugaring for over a year and I just adore her. She is really friendly and makes you feel super comfortable. She is well trained in sugaring and my results always last double the time compared to waxing. I have extremely sensitive skin and cannot wax anymore, so after I found Sweet Skin and experienced sugaring, I will never wax or thread ever again. It doesn't irritate my skin like wax does and removes the entire hair without breaking them at the skin.

A month ago I took a "first available" appointment for bikini sugaring and had Dominique. I just loveeee her! She is the daughter of Juliann (owner), so she is trained by the best of the best. She gets all of the tiny hairs and ingrown, she's seriously amazing. She's super sweet and easy to talk to and makes you feel comfortable, just like her mom! She also taught me the best trick to reduce ingrowns: moisturize the area with coconut oil! I also use PFB roll-on ingrown reducer per her suggestion and I seriously never have ingrowns anymore.

I have never had a negative experience of any kind as Sweet Skin. Everyone I've been sugared by is very professional and sweet and I love that the girls never push products or force you to do anything you don't want. I love that they're local and even have a little mother daughter duo in the studio! When it comes to sugaring, all of the estheticians at Sweet Skin know their stuff, they are the real deal! If I could give them more stars on Yelp, I would because I absolutely love them!-Happy Client